'My parking is my freedom': Kitchener resident barred from garage despite illness
CTV
For Kitchener resident Chris Wilson, indoor parking is much more than a convenient place to leave his vehicle.
For Kitchener resident Chris Wilson, indoor parking is much more than a convenient place to leave his vehicle.
“This apartment for me is a prison. My parking is my freedom," said Wilson.
The proximity of his vehicle, taking on a greater importance due to his physical condition.
The 64-year-old is on oxygen, with just 15 per cent lung function and patiently waiting on the lung transplant list.
“This is not jewelry. This is life support.” Said Wilson pointing to his breathing apparatus and oxygen tanks.
Wilson said he chose 250 Frederick Street because of its proximity to the hospital.
“The reason I took this [apartment] was because I'm close to the St Mary's Hospital. I'm about six minutes by taxi to the hospital and I've had to have emergency runs.”